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University of Rochester: Office of the Provost: University of Rochester Medical Center: School of Medicine and Dentistry: Pathology & Lab Med

Salary Range or Pay Grade

60,000-70,000

Description

The Instructor trains in Medical and Public Health Microbiology in all areas of the clinical microbiology laboratory, including Bacteriology, Mycobacteriology, Mycology, Virology, Parasitology, and Serology/Immunology. The two (2) years Medical and Public Health Microbiology program at the University of Rochester is intended to comprehensively train for leadership positions in clinical or public health laboratories, in industry, or in government. Experience is gained through laboratory bench training and experience, clinical conferences, observation of Infectious Disease clinical consultations, research seminars, training workshops, mandatory and optional courses, self-instructional materials, contemporary and historical reference materials, and involvement in laboratory management.

Supervision and Direction Received

• Under the supervision of Clinical Microbiology laboratory directors, the Instructor will be directed towards fulfillment of all Training Objectives required to fulfill the “Essentials and Guidelines” of an Accredited Postdoctoral Program in Medical and Public Health Microbiology as described by the Committee on Postdoctoral Educational Programs (CPEP, American Society for Microbiology).

Typical Responsibilities

• Develop expertise in the selection of appropriate laboratory tests and effectively interpret and communicate results.

• Learn methods available for the laboratory diagnosis of infectious diseases and the major clinical features of these diseases.

• Understand the principles and practice of infection control and public health microbiology.

• Teaching (formal didactic lectures, clinical case presentations, techniques).

• Gain experience in the administration of a clinical laboratory.

General Requirements

• Adhere to the Operational Guidelines of an Accredited Postdoctoral Program in Medical and Public Health Microbiology as described by the Committee on Postdoctoral Educational Programs (CPEP, American Society for Microbiology)

• Applicants must apply via the ASM portal for a CPEP programs during the application window.

• Adherence to all University, Division and Department policies, including I CARE.

• Adherence to all laboratory safety procedures.

Qualifications

CPEP programs are open to postdoctoral-level candidates (e.g., Ph.D., M.D., Sc.D., D.O., and Dr. P.H.); however, Doctorates of Clinical Laboratory Sciences (DCLS), Pharmacy (PharmD), or Health Sciences are not acceptable for admission to a CPEP-accredited program.

Application Instructions

If you already have an Interfolio account, please sign in to apply to this position. If not, please create an Interfolio account. For questions/concerns pertaining to the position, email Melissa Sullivan at melissasullivan@urmc.rochester.edu (amandaherman@urmc.rochester.edu) .

The referenced pay range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the base range of compensation for this faculty position. Individual salaries will be determined within the job’s salary range and established based on (but not limited to) market data, experience and expertise of the individual, and with consideration to related position salaries. Alignment of clinical incentive-based compensation may also be applicable and will be discussed during the hiring process

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University’s mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.